CITB CPCS A36 Lorry Loader Training

Training Outcomes
A module credit will be awarded to the candidate for the successful completion of this module. Instruction, training and/or assessment of mandatory modules MOD 1 and MOD 2 must be undertaken and the CITB Health and Safety Test must be successfully completed (after appropriate training) for the issue of the Specialised Plant and Machinery Operations Intermediate Certificate for Lorry Loader.

CITB A36 Lorry Loader
	Hook		(Endorsement A)
	Clamshell bucket		(Endorsement B)
	Hydraulic clamp		(Endorsement C)

CITB A36 Lorry Loader Training
To successfully complete this module, the trainee with a lorry loader must be able to:

• Identify the basic construction, purpose and function of components and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges.
• Identify and comply with manufacturers instructions in accordance with the operators handbook, other information sources i.e. duties charts, and applicable legislation.
• Carry out all pre-use and running checks of the carrier vehicle and lifting appliance.
• Configure the lorry loader and carrier vehicle for site and road travel.
• Manoeuvre the carrier vehicle into position in order to carry out the lifting of various loads.
• Set up carrier vehicle to carry out lifts from minimum to maximum radius.
• Select, check and use correct lifting gear for the lifting of various loads.
• Lift and place loads at varying radii.
• Load a vehicle in accordance with industry practices.
• Secure various loads on the vehicle bed in accordance with industry practices.
• Explain precautions to be taken for underground and overhead services and other hazards.
• Keep within safe working parameters.

Training Syllabus
It is recommended that mandatory modules MOD 1 and MOD 2 be completed before delivery of this module. As stated in the Guidance Notes, instructors/trainers/assessors are encouraged to integrate subjects from each module in the development of programmes for candidates with little
or no experience.

		Subject		References
MOD 1		Introduction to the Industry: 1. Construction industry structure. 2. The role of the plant operator. 3. Finding and using information relevant to a specific task. 4. Construction registration schemes. 5. Qualifications and continuous professional development. 6. Trained Operator Achievement Test.		Manufacturer’s instructions, machine handbooks, test and thorough examination certificates. Awarding Body and scheme handouts. Qualification literature.
MOD 2		Site Safety Awareness: 1. Principles and aims of health and safety at work. 2. Employee’s duties and responsibilities under law. 3. Safety signs. 4. Dealing with hazards. 5. Accident prevention and control. 6. Selection and use of personal protective equipment. 7. Handling plant-related harmful substances. 8. Trained Operator Achievement Test.		Current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and Government body guidance.
CITB A36		Lorry Loader: 1. Basic construction, names of components and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges. 2. Use of the operators handbook, other information sources, Approved Codes of Practice and legislative documents. 3. Pre-use checks, start, running checks and close-down procedure. 4. Configuring the loader and carrier for site and road travel. 5. Operator documentation, certificates, method statements, lift plans, duties charts etc. 6. Manoeuvring the lorry loader progressing to confined spaces. 7. Loader configurations and set up. 8. Lifting accessories. 9. Lifting loads. 10. Responding to signals and instructions. 11. Placing loads accurately including loading of vehicles. 12. Integrity and security of loads, lifting and transporting on vehicles. 13. Precautions and actions for underground and overhead services and other hazards. 14. How to stay within safe working parameters. 15. Trained Operator Achievement Test.		Manufacturers instructions, machine handbooks, test and thorough examination certificates. Current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and Government body guidance.